Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Youtube — Siim Land.
Poor oral health and oral microbiome disruption — like via antiseptic mouthwash — can affect how dietary nitrates help produce nitric oxide, a topic exploring links between mouth bacteria and blood pressure regulation.
Key Takeaways
- Using antiseptic mouthwash can substantially reduce oral nitrite production and lower plasma nitrite, which may raise blood pressure modestly.
- Maintaining dietary nitrate intake and preserving the oral microbiome helps produce nitric oxide during exercise and supports healthier blood vessels.
